"New York�s Governor Andrew Cuomo, his Attorney General Letitia James, and New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio are being sued by two Catholic priests from upstate New York and a trio of Orthodox Jewish congregants from Brooklyn for violation of civil rights by prejudicial orders and selective enforcement. The federal lawsuit, filed June 10, 2020, in United States District Court for the Northern District of New York, charges the governor, attorney general, and mayor with violating the plaintiffs� rights to free exercise of religion, freedom of speech, assembly and expressive association, and due process, under the First and Fourteenth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution." Today we interview the Special Counsel Christopher Ferrara who has filed this lawsuit on behalf of his clients. For more information please visit https://www.thomasmoresociety.org/

Participants: Christopher Ferrara, Dan Elmendorf

There is a trend among the Millennial (and younger) generation to embrace Socialism. By contrast, America was founded on principles which are antithetical to Socialism. Our country embraces a free market. A recent Gallop poll from last year reported that among those ages 18 to 29, that 51% prefer Socialism. We talk about this trend and also contrast Socialism with biblical moral law from the book of Exodus in the Old Testament. We are commanded as Christians to not covet the property of others. Further, this principle of private property is protected by God's law when it forbids us to steal from others. A particularly grievous form of theft is when a government takes (i.e., robs) from one person and gives the money or goods to another. Legalized thievery is not godly and undermines a free culture. We explore if there are any cases in history where a country with Communism (or Socialism) resulted in human flourishing. The answer may shock you. What of the so-called "womb-to-tomb, nanny-state" government? What does God offer for people? He offers a bottoms up voluntary charity. This works so very well. But it also depends on people not being "taxed to death." God cares about this issue of Socialism. What is covetousness? It is an inward desire and lust for that which another person has. This covetousness comes to fruition when the act of stealing is carried out. But first the sin of covetousness occurs in the human heart. Our guest also talks about what Jesus had to say about the Good Samaritan. Participants: Dr. Paul Kengor, Dan Elmendorf

We are increasingly experiencing experts running everything. Are some of these experts self-anointed? What is the difference between intellect and wisdom? Those who claim intellectual superiority are really embracing a notion going back to the Enlightenment. We see a sort of "autonomous standard of reason, established by an elite class, before which all ideas must present themselves for judgment." That last line is a quote from an article that we will be talking about today. It is: "The Cult of the Expert," by Rev. Dr. Joe Boot. Dr. Boot heads up the Ezra Institute, an evangelical think-tank and worldview training organization. Learn more about this fine group and the work they do and also join us for this discussion. For more information about the institute, please visit: https://www.ezrainstitute.ca/ The Study Centre sits on 24-acres of orchard and conservation land, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Niagara Escarpment and overlooking Lake Ontario. Located in the historic town of Grimsby, it is less than an hour�s drive from Toronto and Niagara Falls. Participants: Dr. Joe Boot, Dan Elmendorf

What is so-called Radical Two Kingdom (R2K) Theology? What is my "vocation" or calling? How can I serve others in God's name, empowered by the Holy Spirit? What did the Reformers have in mind as they opposed the medieval orders of the Roman Catholic church? Does the Cultural mandate still apply, or, has it been fulfilled by Christ, and no longer applies?

We discuss how R2K radically partitions human life after the Fall, for example:

1.In R2K, Redeemed life includes worship (good), but the creation mandate is already fulfilled.

2.All other human activities, are �profane.� Further, for us to seek to fulfill Adam�s original work would be as some would say, to compromise the sufficiency of Christ�s work.

Now, of course, Redeemer Broadcasting stands against this sort of Radical Two Kingdom construct. There is a much better way to view life through the lens of Scripture, that is not nearly so "Dispensational leaning," and is much more comprehensive and full of grace in every area of life. Redeemer is committed to the Lordship of Jesus Christ over every area of life, and not only the church and her good works.

Redeemer certainly recognizes that there is a kingdom in our hearts where Christ sovereignly exercises His reign over our consciences, and there is a temporal kingdom of Christ made manifest in the outward life of God's people in the visible church AND commonwealth. Jesus is Lord over both.

Our guest is president of Mid-America Reformed Seminary and is also Professor of Doctrinal Studies there. For more information about the seminary, please visit midamerica.edu

Participants: Dr. Cornelis Venema, Dan Elmendorf

Today we talk with A Christian lady who was abused by her church-going father. She has written a book called Not Forsaken - A Story of Life After Abuse. After going through domestic violence, sexual abuse, and psychological abuse, she is still a Christian today. Her life is a testimony to the grace of God and is no small miracle that she made it through. She shares with us some helpful perspectives on how to deal with a father who was just plain evil. But how did she handle forgiveness? What did she learn about the process of forgiving? Her story is one of restoration - God helps this very hurt woman to find a godly husband. Now they have a daughter. Once married, she saw the contrast between what a godly man looks like and what her dad was like. Mind you, this dad was active in his church, and they had what on the outside, looked like a Christian home. But he lived a total lie. Our guest shares advice with those who are going through the nightmare of domestic abuse. Also, for elders, here is some good advice as you work through how to handle one of these cases in your own church. You can find her website and order this important book at: jennifergreenberg.net . You may also order her book on Amazon. Participants: Jennifer Michelle Greenberg, Dan Elmendorf

Today's discussion is based on a paper that appeared on https://docsandlin.com/2020/04/12/coronavirus-and-culture/. The title is "Coronavirus and Culture." Some questions are: How has the Coronavirus become a cultural phenomenon? How has Coronavirus already changed our culture? Will the consequences of the sociopolitical responses to Coronavirus permanently find their way into our culture? We talk about this paper and the author joins us today to review this paper and also make some observations on how people are acting and the virtue signaling that is occurring. We talk about the three spheres of family, church and state. We discuss the responsibility of churches to not only preach, but to speak the word of God to the civil magistrate, informing him or her of God's will. The church holds the keys and has a unique role of preaching the word, and administering the sacraments. By contrast, the state bears the sword. Participants: Dr. P. Andrew Sandlin, Dan Elmendorf

What's the COVID lockdown like in South Africa right now? What's been going on for the past 40 days? Has the lockdown been mild or overreaching? Have people died in the process? Beyond that, getting down to the actual ministry, do missionary endeavors need to end because of the COVID restrictions? Today we look at one ministry and what God is doing as He works in people's hearts as the Holy Spirit uses His word. The advance of the gospel of Jesus Christ in Africa is nothing less than miraculous. God is bringing many people to Himself. Our guest expects to see Africa increasingly Christianized over time. Here is a link to more information: https://www.frontlinemissionsa.org/prayer--praise-updates/responding-to-ramadan-with-digital-evangelism

Also: www.FrontlineMissionSA.org

Participants: Dr. Peter Hammond, Dan Elmendorf

Why did the Chinese Communist Party purchase an immense supply of personal protection equipment in the January to February time frame of this year? Why did the Communists refuse to sell masks specifically to an American teacher in China? When the virus was first known about in December 2019, why did the government of China not let the truth be known to other countries at the height of the contagion? Why did China order 1 Million body bags? Why were the social media postings squashed by the Communists? Why were the COVID-19 numbers "cooked?" Today we talk with a media expert on China. She grew up in Wuhan and understands the culture. She came to the United States on full scholarship to earn her PhD in physics. She has witnessed the Communist oppression and deception. We learn that the Communists lie to their own people, and they do so on a regular basis. Shockingly, there are similarities between their tactics and the corresponding political operatives in our own nation of the United States. Sometimes they are called "Democratic Socialists" here. Why would the truly free people in America want so badly to cover for the Communists, and further to clone their Socialist system? Its astonishingly mind boggling. Join us for an insightful discussion. Participants: Dr. Dana Cheng, Dan Elmendorf

You are locked down in your house. Schools are shut down, and kids are home. So... what are you doing about their education? At the same time, you have been frustrated with the local school district being consumed with moral messaging that is against what you teach in your family. You normally go to church, and your kids faithfully attend with you. You learn about how to live a righteous life, but then you are "forced" to live two lives when you send your kids to that school bus and when they finally get home, they are programmed to sound like CNN and the local gang down the street. Yes, this is hyperbolic, but you get what we mean. What if... what if, you used this lock down as an opportunity to embrace once and for all, homeschooling? Many Christian families have done it, and their kids are thriving. You know that people have been lying to you about the supposed lack of "socialization," but you didn't think you can sustain doing home schooling. How would you access good material remotely? What about getting help for the higher grades? But now, guess what? All the interaction with educators has switched over to online in a matter of weeks! And it works! Better yet, with homeschooling, you get to choose the curriculum that is consistent with the Historic Christian faith! The necessary basics are always part of the plan - the stuff that's needed for a high school equivalency exam. Its great. You have heard the many stories of homeschoolers excelling once they get to university. Some get in to a community college early, save tons of money then transfer. That keeps the cost down. Some don't want college, because they learned all the skills they need by apprenticeship, and now they are living debt-free getting paid very well doing work that they love, and are part way through paying their mortgage on their house. We don't know how else to put it. This is your time. Go for it! Our guest is Dr. Steve Turley, of turleytalks.com . He also has a YouTube channel - check him out, order a book or two and start a journey that you will be delighted with. And, in the process, you likely will save your kids from emotionally and spiritually-scarred lives. Take charge, and by God's enabling, you can do it. Participants: Dr. Steve Turley, Dan Elmendorf

We are in the midst of a pandemic. All non-essential businesses and services are shut down. We've never quite been through something like this, at least in our lifetimes. Besides the huge concern of physical safety and taking steps to help minimize the risk of catching this novel coronavirus (COVID-19), we face a large, looming financial crisis for our entire country. Today we talk with a professor of economics who teaches at Grove City College, and writes for mises.org. Further, his writings have appeared in The Institute for Faith Freedom: https://www.faithandfreedom.com/. Our guest first reviews the foundations of a Free Market system. What characterizes it? Is it regulated and if so, how and by whom? Next we discuss some ripple effects of this shutdown. Participants: Dr. Shawn Ritenour, Dan Elmendorf